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R21 MPP

1997 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,072 mi
Last recorded27,072 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR21 MPP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 27,072 miles

Underbody covered in sealant / grease

Fail 27 Jul 2026 26,940 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Underbody covered in sealant / grease

Pass 25 Jun 2025 26,529 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 25,406 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 24,400 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2023 24,399 miles

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 24,248 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 24,152 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 24,151 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2019 23,930 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 23,928 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 23,767 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 23,649 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 23,457 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 23,291 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 23,093 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 22,989 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 22,893 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 2 May 2008 22,670 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 22,471 miles

How Reliable is the Rover Mini?

Based on 519,169 MOT tests across 45,631 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
876
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
45,631
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 32,036
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24,016
Steering rack gaiter split 21,375
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 18,460
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 18,348
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R21 MPP is a 1997 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 51,557 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Mini fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 32,036 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R21 MPP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 29 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R21 MPP registered?

R21 MPP is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 14 November 1997.

Is R21 MPP safe to buy?

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